Adult learning embraces andragogy, constructivism, Transformative Learning Theory, praxis, and the understanding that not all adults are prepared initially for complete learning autonomy. The concept of andragogy can be ...

This thesis describes the current Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) process at a Navy Major Claimant/Budget Submitting Office (BSO) by examining the overall navy process and the processes employed at a ...

The Department of the Navy (DoN) disposes of large quantities of obsolete personal computers (PCs) annually. The methods of disposal are well regulated and predictable. There seems to be little concern, however, for the ...

Policy makers concerned about population representation in America's armed forces have frequently referred to the unfair burden" of military service borne by young people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. The purpose ...

This thesis examines improvements in business practices accomplished by Department of Defense (DOD) Reinvention Laboratories. DOD goals for the National Performance Review and accomplishments are analyzed. DOD incorporation ...

The purpose of this Thesis is to examine the Department of Defense Preaward Survey process and assess its effectiveness as a source selection and risk management tool. This is accomplished by identifying the primary causes ...

Health care reform in the 103rd and 104th Congresses has run the gambit from extremely ambitious to less than ambitious undertakings. Proposals have engendered partisan debates, because of the scope and complexity of the ...

This thesis examines the role of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in the requirements generation and resource allocation process within the Department of Defense (DoD). The Joint Chiefs of Staff's role and particularly that of ...

One objective of this study was to quantify the dollar amount of savings that the Navy could expect if they return their expired pharmaceutical products. Another objective was to determine whether it is cost effective to ...